Full Stack Developer

InsideHigherEd; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a Full Stack Developer to enhance its custom-built Student Information System. The role encompasses collaboration with cross-functional teams to modernize technology solutions and support academic functionality. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in full stack development, particularly with Java, and a strong grasp of both SQL and noSQL databases. This opportunity provides the chance to work on impactful projects in a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Involvement in impactful projects

Qualifications

• Minimum five years relevant experience in full stack application development.
• Experience building Java web applications and APIs.
• Proficient in writing complex SQL queries.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate programming code to ensure validity and compatibility.
• Analyze and design technical solutions for complex IT problems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Java

Full stack application development

REST API development

SQL

noSQL

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in computer science or equivalent

Tools

Git

Spring Boot

Azure

Job description

Full Stack Developer

Date Posted : 07 / 24 / 2025

Req ID : 44127

Faculty / Division : Ofc of the Chief Information Officer

Department : Enterprise Apps & Solutions Integration

Campus : St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number : 00057998

Description :

The University of Toronto is consistently ranked among the world’s leading research institutions, recognized for its commitment to innovation, academic excellence, and global impact. Within the Information Technology Services (ITS) Division, the Student Information Systems (SIS) Department plays a critical role in supporting the academic and administrative needs of students, faculty, and staff. The SIS team is known for its dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. It fosters an environment that values creativity, continuous learning, and the delivery of impactful technology solutions. Team members benefit from a supportive and inclusive workplace that promotes professional growth and offers the opportunity to contribute to transformative projects that shape the future of student services at one of Canada’s most prestigious universities.

Your opportunity :

The Full Stack Developer position is a vital role within the SIS Core team, reporting to the Manager, SIS Core System Products. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, analysts, designers, and stakeholders, to support and enhance the University’s custom-built Student Information System, a foundational legacy platform that underpins key academic and administrative functions. In addition to maintaining and evolving existing systems, this role will play a central part in a major IT transformation initiative focused on modernizing the student information ecosystem. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to high-impact, mission-critical projects in a technically challenging and rewarding environment, while helping to shape the digital future of the University of Toronto.

Your responsibilities will include :

• Evaluating programming code to ensure it has validity, compatibility, and that it meets appropriate standards
• Analyzing, recommending, documenting, and designing technical solutions for highly complex IT problems
• Designing, testing, and modifying programming code
• Analyzing programming solutions to ensure compliance with best practices, industry standards, and securing coding standards
• Analyzing and making recommendations for programming enhancements
• Assessing and determining feasibility of programming requests and requirements
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
• Keeping well-informed on current technologies, best practices, and industry standards

Essential Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science or acceptable equivalent of education and experience.
• Minimum five years relevant experience in full stack application development; Java experience is required.
• Minimum five years working with Java applications, including REST API development and OAuth 2.
• Experience building Java web applications / APIs: Java Web Services, Spring MVC, Spring Boot, Junit, JPA / Hibernate, Maven, and Gradle
• Experience working in a development team environment using git, code reviews, and pull requests.
• Experience building applications that are secure, performant, and maintainable.
• Experience building web responsive applications that are AODA compliant.
• Proficient in SQL and noSQL: Demonstrated expertise in writing complex queries, optimizing database performance, and managing relational and non-relational databases
• Experience working in cross-functional development and implementation teams including developers, user experience designers, business analysts, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams in highly complex projects.
• Experience developing applications/solutions for cloud environments (including Azure).
• Demonstrated ability to work within tight timelines; problem-solve technical issues, exercise good judgment, and work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent client service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and accurately both orally and in writing, including technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Assets (Nonessential) :

• Familiarity with Azure DevOps or other project management tools.
• Familiarity with Agile development processes.
• Familiarity with JSP.
• Familiarity with Software AG’s Natural / Construct.
• Familiarity with building applications for Azure.
• Familiarity with Azure Data Factory.

To be successful in this role you will be :

• Adaptable
• Cooperative
• Goal-oriented
• Motivated self-learner
• Multi-tasker
• Problem solver

NOTE : There are 3 positions available

Closing Date : 08 / 14 / 2025, 11:59 PM ET

Employee Group : USW

Appointment Type : Budget - Continuing

Schedule : Full-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone :

USW Pay Band 16, $103,367, with an annual step progression to a maximum of $132,188. Pay scale and job class assignment are subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation / Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category : Information Technology (IT)

Recruiter : Khristen Sivaramalingam

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates from Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity-deserving groups are encouraged to apply. Their lived experience will be considered as applicable to the posted position.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto values diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We seek applicants committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, recognizing that diverse perspectives and experiences strengthen our academic community.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a voluntary Diversity Survey. All information is confidential and used for institutional planning purposes. For more details, see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University is committed to accessibility and inclusivity. We aim to make recruitment processes accessible and provide accommodations as needed. If you require accommodations, contact [e-mail].

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